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Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN)
Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport is an international airport serving Kano (Kano State), Nigeria. Its IATA code is KAN and its ICAO code is DNKN. It has 2 runways, the longest 3,301 m long.
- IATAKAN
- ICAODNKN
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- KAN
- ICAO code
- DNKN
- City
- Kano
- Region / province
- Kano State
- Country / territory
- Nigeria
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 12.0456° N, 8.5236° E
- Elevation
- 476 m (1,562 ft)
- Time zone
- Africa/Lagos (UTC+01:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 3,301 m (10,831 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 3,301 m10,831 ft | Asphalt |
| 05/23 | 2,451 m8,040 ft | Asphalt |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
10,648 km
Direct flight: ≈ 13 h 50 min
Hanoi (HAN)
10,263 km
Direct flight: ≈ 13 h 20 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
10,624 km
Direct flight: ≈ 13 h 45 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Approach APP | 124.100 MHz |
| ATIS | 123.600 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Air freight to and from Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Kano through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Nigeria
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kaduna International Airport | KAD | 199 km |
| Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport | BCU | 219 km |
| Gombe Lawanti International Airport | GMO | 324 km |
| Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport | ABV | 365 km |
| Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport | SKO | 373 km |
| Maiduguri International Airport | MIU | 496 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport?
The IATA code of Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport is KAN and its ICAO code is DNKN. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport located?
Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport is in Kano, Kano State, Nigeria, at coordinates 12.0456° N, 8.5236° E and an elevation of 476 m (1,562 ft).
How far is Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 10,624 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 10,263 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 10,648 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 13 h 45 min.
How long is the runway at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport?
The longest runway at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport is 3,301 m (10,831 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has 2 runways in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.